Executive Summary : | The hybrid AC/DC microgrid is a promising technology for modern electrical distribution systems due to its natural interface with renewable energy sources, loads, and energy storage systems. However, current fault detection algorithms are insufficient for the protection of AC/DC distribution lines in a complex architecture. The project aims to develop separate fault detection schemes for both AC and DC distribution lines in a hybrid AC/DC microgrid, providing better selectivity between AC and DC faults and withstanding external disturbances. The goal is to develop economic signals that allow hybrid microgrids to distribute market power to local communities and attract local communities and private players to invest in microgrids. The project aims to model and simulate a hybrid AC/DC microgrid, develop a new fault detection scheme for DC distribution lines, develop fault localization schemes for both AC and DC distribution systems, evaluate algorithms, and develop a real-time local energy market for energy trading. The collaboration between India and Serbia will benefit the renewable energy industries by enhancing performance, understanding problems associated with digital relaying schemes, and reducing carbon emissions and global warming. |